Since quarterbacks have won seven of the last 10, I'm going with Tony Romo. Bovada has Romo at 50/1 to win MVP. They have Dez Bryant at 66/1 and DeMarco Murray at 200/1. Bryant would have to put up ridiculous numbers like 2,000 yards and 18-20 TDs to be in the conversation and even then I think Romo would still have the edge because his numbers would be pretty impressive as well. I don't think the Cowboys will run the ball enough for Murray to ever be up for the award.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:11:30 PM

What number will Orlando McClain wear?

by Tseanw7/8/2014 4:12:17 PM

Not sure. He wore 55 in Oakland, so that would be my guess. Rookie LB Dontavis Sapp is wearing that number right now for the Cowboys.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:13:53 PM

What is the new DC's philosophy? Can we expect to see a more aggressive Cowboy's defense?

by VilleSide7/8/2014 4:14:30 PM

Marinelli's philosophy isn't much different than Kiffin's. I know, just what you wanted to hear. The good news for Cowboys fans is that Marinelli will play more man coverage in the secondary and that plays to the strengths of Claiborne and Carr. Regardless of coordinator, though, this group is unproven and without it's three best players from a year ago. How much better do you honestly expect them to be? This team is Carmelo Anthony. There's plenty of offense to keep you interested but the defense isn't on the level with teams that make playoff runs.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:18:41 PM

What is the weakest position group on the roster?

by Scott7/8/2014 4:18:47 PM

Whichever group it is, it's on defense. You could make an argument for the linebackers now that Sean Lee has been lost for the season. The corners certainly played like one of the team's worst groups last season. And the safety position can't be viewed as a strength. As of right now, I'd say linebackers are No. 1, followed by safeties and then corners.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:21:47 PM

Give me your predictions on the starting Dine.

by DAN7/8/2014 4:21:50 PM

DeMarcus Lawrence, Terrell McClain, Henry Melton and Tyrone Crawford. That's a solid group that matches youth, experience and potential upside. I think Marinelli would be very pleased if those four win the starting jobs.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:23:34 PM

What's your take on Dallas losing out to Cleveland in the race for the Republican National Convention? Seems like it has OBUMas hands all over it.

by Chaz7/8/2014 4:23:36 PM

Ha! I really don't care.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:23:57 PM

Who are some sleeper candidates to have a breakout year on defense?

by Rowdy7/8/2014 4:24:02 PM

I don't know if you'd consider J.J. Wilcox to be a sleeper but I think he'll be much improved during his second season. On the defensive line, I'd keep an eye on Ken Bishop and Davon Coleman. One or both could make the team and I think they could surprise some people with some playing time at DT. Kyle Wilber would be my pick at LB. He seems to finally have found his position and I think he'll play well on the strongside. Another safety that has played well is Jakar Hamilton. I went from thinking he might not make the 53-man roster to believing he'll be a factor in the secondary this season.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:27:54 PM

Do you anticipate any compelling trade scenario's to fill certain roster holes after training camp?

by Mr Miyagi7/8/2014 4:28:05 PM

Definitely not compelling ones. I could see maybe trading for a blocking tight end (or signing one when teams trim their rosters after camp). There are only four TEs on the 90-man and I think they could use another veteran. ... If Kyle Orton doesn't want to play and Brandon Weeden looks terrible in camp, I think trading for a veteran backup QB could also be possible.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:30:36 PM

Let's say the Cowboys flop. Romo gets hurt and they go 3-13 and end up with the No. 1 pick in the draft. Who do they take?

by Julius7/8/2014 4:30:45 PM

If Romo hurts himself to the point where they don't think he can go for a couple more years, then you have to draft a QB. There isn't a QB of the future on this roster and there will be some good ones to pick from. Florida State’s Jameis Winston, Oregon’s Marcus Mariota, UCLA’s Brett Hundley and Baylor’s Bryce Petty could all be top QB options in next year’s draft.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:33:59 PM

Is Tony Romo a good soccer player?

by Hymen7/8/2014 4:34:02 PM

I have no clue. I've never watched him play, well, outside of that clip recently posted on TMZ. I think he uses soccer as a way to stay in shape and sweat off any extra pounds he gained in the off-season. I doubt his skills are anywhere near his golf game or even pick-up basketball.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:35:42 PM

My memory isn't what it used to be -- was there a time where Jerry Jones wasn't hated by the average Cowboys fan?

by Pop pop7/8/2014 4:36:23 PM

I've only been here since 2010, so I'm not familiar with a time like that.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:37:00 PM

Another 8-8 season coming right up. If they are lucky...

by NO_NAME7/8/2014 4:37:02 PM

That's my prediction. Tough to predict anything better than that unless they have perfect health. They'd need Dez, Romo, Murray and pretty much everyone on defense to be healthy for 16 games for the Cowboys to have a shot at double-digit wins. Is that asking for too much?

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:39:02 PM

Which draft pick will have the biggest impact this season?

by Rowdy7/8/2014 4:39:06 PM

DeMarcus Lawrence. I think Zack Martin will be very good at right guard. Like, Pro Bowl caliber. But Lawrence will be given every opportunity to make a more noticeable impact. He's in a position where it's possible that he could lead the team in sacks. If Martin plays well, it will be noticeable in protection and the run game but not nearly as glaring as Lawrence could have chasing QBs.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:41:53 PM

Is there a chance this offense turns into a Saints/Patriots level group now that the O-line is solidified?

by Richard7/8/2014 4:42:01 PM

Absolutely. The weapons are there. Scott Linehan had a lot of offensive talent in Detroit. He has even more now. Romo, Dez, DeMarco, Witten, Dunbar, Terrance Williams, Escobar, Beasley, Devin Street and three first-round picks on the offensive line. That's a lot to work with. Now, they just have to stay healthy.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:44:56 PM

Who's starting next Berry Church this year??

by DAN7/8/2014 4:44:59 PM

It's got to be J.J. Wilcox. They drafted him to be a starter and he showed glimpses early last season. He appears to have gained some confidence in the off-season and I think he'll run away with the other starting spot. If that doesn't happen, I'd list Jakar Hamilton, Jeff Heath and possibly Matt Johnson as the next three in line.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:47:03 PM

Might the Cowboys be interested in Josh Gordon if he is cut?

by Evander Tyson7/8/2014 4:47:16 PM

Highly doubt that. A fantastic talent but it would be tough to bring his off-field problems into the locker room.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:48:20 PM

It seems like the Cowboys got a sweet deal with the new Frisco HQ -- is that the case? Is there any downside (unless it goes over budget, of course)?

by Igloo7/8/2014 4:48:34 PM

Seems like a sweet deal to me. They get a much-needed new facility and they get help paying the bill. Sure sounds like a win-win to me.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:49:40 PM

Do you think Josh Brent will be re-instated by the League since he "retired" from the NFL to address off the field issues? Technically, he still could have played up until being proven guilty and jailed...

by Boomer Mayock7/8/2014 4:49:51 PM

I'd be surprised if Roger Goodell immediately reinstated him without some type of suspension.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:50:50 PM

Howdy.That safety, Johnson, who has been hurt for a couple of years, have you seen anything of him that leads you to believe he'll make an impact.

by Brad7/8/2014 4:50:58 PM

When he was on the field in camp he showed some potential. I just don't know how much you can count on him staying healthy. Until he proves that he can be on the field, they can count on him.

by Jon Machota7/8/2014 4:53:02 PM

That's it for me today. As always, I really appreciate the questions. Only a couple weeks until camp. Where did that off-season go?